Page 2 - WARRANTY INFORMATION:
TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-mindedoperator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer hasdesigned this implement to be used with all its safety...
Page 3 - f you have any; Safety Training; BE TRAINED
In order to reduce accidents and enhance the safe operation of mowers, Alamo Group Ag Division, incooperation with other industry manufacturers has developed the AEM/FEMA Industrial and AgriculturalMower Safety Practices video and guide book. The video will familiarize and instruct mower-tractor ope...
Page 4 - Alamo Group Ag. Division is willing to provide
Alamo Group Ag. Division is willing to provide one (1) AEM Mower Safety Practices Video Please Send Me: VHS Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video DVD Format – AEM/FEMA Mower Operator Safety Video Mower Operator’s Manual AEM Mower Operator’s Safety Manual Requester Name: Phone: Requester Addr...
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Rhino and Servis are registered trademarks of Alamo Group Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ...................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Safety Information ................................................................................................................
Page 8 - SAFETY; so safely and responsibly.
Safety Section 1-2 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY A safe and careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of primary importance to the manufac-turer and should be to the owner/operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware ofyour equipment, your surroundings, and...
Page 9 - READ; the following Safety; ¡LEA EL; Never allow inexperienced or untrained personnel too
Safety Section 1-3 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 SAFETY READ , UNDERSTAND , and FOLLOW the following Safety Messages. Serious injury or death may occur unless care istaken to follow the warnings and instructions stated in the SafetyMessages. Always use good common sense to avoid h...
Page 11 - Make sure you abide; Tractors with or without an Implement
Safety Section 1-5 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 SAFETY WARNING! The operator and all support personnel should wear hard hats, safetyshoes, safety glasses, and proper hearing protection at all times forprotection from injury including injury from items thrown by theequipment. (SG-...
Page 12 - KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING ELEMENTS; to prevent entanglement
Safety Section 1-6 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY WARNING! Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the Implement while it is in motionor while tractor engine is running. Make sure the tractor engine is off before working on theImplement! (SG-20) WARNING! ...
Page 13 - NEVER use drugs or alcohol; immediately before or while operating the; NEVER; knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment
Safety Section 1-7 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 SAFETY DANGER! NEVER use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the Tractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’salertness and coordination and therefore affect the operator’s ability tooperate t...
Page 15 - may cause sudden drop of unit with injury or death by crushing.; STOP MOWING IF PASSERSBY ARE WITHIN 100 YARDS UNLESS:
Safety Section 1-9 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 SAFETY WARNING! Avoid mowing in the reverse direction when possible. Check to makesure there are no persons behind the mower and use extreme carewhen mowing in reverse. Mow only at a slow ground speed where youcan safely operate and...
Page 16 - Safety Section 1-10; allow any person under a folded wing unless wing is securely; DO NOT; approach the Implement unless the
Safety Section 1-10 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY CAUTION! To prevent tipping of implement when stored in folded position, usecarrying wheels or adequate stands on center frame. (S3PT-6) DANGER! There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in the operation of thisImplemen...
Page 17 - Never unhitch without using the Tongue Jack.
Safety Section 1-11 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 SAFETY WARNING! Never unhitch without using the Tongue Jack. The Tongue is very heavy. Attempting to lift the Tongue without using the Tongue Jack could cause strains or other injury. Allowing the tongue to fall suddenly and unexpe...
Page 18 - Safety Section 1-12; PARTS INFORMATION; SEE YOUR SERVIS-RHINO DEALER
Safety Section 1-12 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY PARTS INFORMATION Servis-Rhino mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts,knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested t...
Page 19 - Safety Section 1-13; For two-section Cutter Only
Safety Section 1-13 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 SAFETY 13 7 4 19 15 22 14 24 2 7 14 22 24 20 3 4 CounterweightFor two-sectionCutter 24 11 3 4 6 2 22 3 4 For two-section Cutter Only 25 21 18 21 19 26 26 26 14 4 3 12 9 5 27 26 16 17 36 35 8 31 32 32 28 29 33 NOTE: Rhino supplies s...
Page 20 - ITEM
Safety Section 1-14 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY ITEM PART NO. QTY LEVEL DESCRIPTION 1 00725746 1 PELIGRO Get Manual Translated 2 00753840 2(1) DANGER Folding Wings 3 00756004 1((3)) DANGER Driveline Shield Missing; Do Not Operate 4 00756005 1((3)) DANGER Rotating Drivelin...
Page 21 - Safety Section 1-15
Safety Section 1-15 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 SAFETY 9- - 00760657 16--00763613 1- - 00725746 17- - 00763977 12- - D103 12- - D114 10 - - 02967827 SEE INSIDE FRONT COVER14 - - 99203 RED REFLECTOR15 - - 99204 YELLOW REFLECTOR25 -- SERIAL PLATE 27-- 02977417
Page 22 - Safety Section 1-16
Safety Section 1-16 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY 6- - 00756059 20- - D138 19- - D137 8- - 00756494 5- - 00769736 9A- -00773723
Page 23 - Safety Section 1-17
Safety Section 1-17 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 SAFETY 23- - 99101 22- - D303 3- - 00756004 4- - 00756005 11- - 999403 2- - 00753840
Page 24 - Safety Section 1-18
Safety Section 1-18 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SAFETY 18- - D102 21- - D302 24-- 00757768 SR20 24-- 00766722 SR14 FORAIRPLANETIRE --00762608 26 -- 00771283 R 04-23-02 7-- 00769737
Page 25 - Safety Section 1-19; Employer-Employee Operator Regulations; DUTIES; OSHA Regulations; FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS
Safety Section 1-19 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SAFETY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 SAFETY This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of federal laws and regulations concerningemployer and employee equipment operators. This section is not intended as a legal interpretation of the law...
Page 71 - Introduction Section 2-1; INTRODUCTION
Page 72 - Introduction Section 2-2
SR20M/SR14M 10/03 Introduction Section 2-2 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. Your SR 20 is a medium-duty Cutter designed primarily for weed and grass control, brush up to 2" diameter,and shredding row crops such as cotton and corn stalks. With proper maintenance as described in t...
Page 73 - Assembly Section 3-1; ASSEMBLY
Page 74 - Assembly Section 3-2; ASSEMBL; Cut all wire ties, including those on blades if present.; BLADE CARRIER AND BLADES; (Clockwise on Right; FIGURE 1
Assembly Section 3-2 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. Set up cutter as received from factory with these instructions. Refer to Parts Listing Section for furtherinformation when necessary. Select a suitable working area. Open parts box and lay out parts to make location ea...
Page 75 - Assembly Section 3-3; Tongue Assembly/Level Rod Assembly; TONGUE ATTACHMENT; To assemble the tongue; LEVEL ROD ASSEMBLY; Control Rods must have
Assembly Section 3-3 ASSEMBLY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. FIGURE 2. Tongue Assembly/Level Rod Assembly TONGUE ATTACHMENT To assemble the tongue (FIGURE 2) . Align the lugs of the tongue with the top holes of the mainframe hitch plate (1). Insert the pivot pin (2) and fasten w...
Page 76 - Assembly Section 3-4; Wing Sections Attachments; WING SECTIONS ATTACHMENTS; Hose Bracket mounting; HOSE BRACKET ATTACHMENT
Assembly Section 3-4 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. FIGURE 4. Wing Sections Attachments 1 2 3 4 WING SECTIONS ATTACHMENTS While the Center Section is still solidly blocked, attach the Wing Sections (1) in the horizontal plane. Using HingePins (2), attach the Right and L...
Page 77 - Assembly Section 3-5; To attach an axle to a section:; CENTER SECTION
Assembly Section 3-5 ASSEMBLY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. LEVEL LIFT AXLE ATTACHMENT (FIGURE 6) Attach the Center Level Lift Axle (1) to the Center Section (2) with the Center Pins (3), Bolts (4), and Nuts (5).The Wing Level Lift Axles (6,7) are attached to the Wing Sections ...
Page 78 - Assembly Section 3-6; AXLE ADJUSTMENT ROD ATTACHMENT; Axle Adjustment Rod Attachment; CENTER AXLE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ATTACHMENT; Center Axle Hydraulic Cylinder Attachment
Assembly Section 3-6 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. AXLE ADJUSTMENT ROD ATTACHMENT Attach the Axle Adjustment Rod w/Bushings (1) to the Center Axle (2) and Wing Axle (3) with bolts and locknuts(4). Install Spacers (5) as shown. FIGURE 7. FIGURE 7. Axle Adjustment Rod At...
Page 79 - Assembly Section 3-7; WING SECTION HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ATTACHMENT; in; TIRES AND WHEELS; Decal for Airplane tire.
Assembly Section 3-7 ASSEMBLY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. WING SECTION HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ATTACHMENT Mount the 14" stroke Hydraulic Cylinder butt clevis to the upright lugs on the Center Section and the rod end tolugs on wing. Make sure the ports of the Hydraulic Cylinder...
Page 80 - Assembly Section 3-8; Wheel Attachment
Assembly Section 3-8 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. FIGURE 10. Wheel Attachment
Page 81 - Assembly Section 3-9; SPRING STOP ATTACHMENT; . Wing Baffle Attachment
Assembly Section 3-9 ASSEMBLY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SPRING STOP ATTACHMENT The Spring Stop is assembled to the stop bracket (1) with the 1/2" x 5 1/2" capscrew (2) inserted thru thestop (3) , spring (4) and locknut (5). FIGURE 11. BAFFLE KIT ASSEMBLY (OPTIONAL) ...
Page 82 - DANGER
Assembly Section 3-10 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. FIGURE 15. Rear Wing Section Deflector Attachment FIGURE 16. Rear Center Section Deflector attachment Front and Rear rubber-fabric Deflectors are Standard Equipment and Front and Rear Chain Guardsare optional at extra...
Page 83 - Assembly Section 3-11; . Front Chainguard attachment; COUNTERWEIGHT ATTACHMENT; of Concrete
Assembly Section 3-11 ASSEMBLY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. FIGURE 17 . Front Chainguard attachment COUNTERWEIGHT ATTACHMENT (OPTION - Two Section Cutter) For the two section cutter the Counterweight Attachment (1) must be installed to the left side of the CenterSection with t...
Page 84 - Assembly Section 3-12; DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT; Wing Driveline Clutch End Attachment; Clamping Cone
Assembly Section 3-12 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT Remove Wing Nut holding Divider Gearbox Shield and raise Shield. Remove any tape from Gearbox shafts.Attach the Slipclutch end of the Wing Driveline to the Divider Gearbox. Tighten bolts evenly to...
Page 85 - Assembly Section 3-13; CANOPY SHIELDS; , Secondary Gearbox; CAUTION
Assembly Section 3-13 ASSEMBLY SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. FIGURE 22 CANOPY SHIELDS After final adjustment attach Canopy Shields over Divider Gearbox (FIGURE 22) , Secondary Gearbox (FIGURE 21) . CAUTION Install all Canopy Shields over Torque Limiters and Drivelines and make ...
Page 86 - THREE SPOOL CONTROL VALVE INSTALLATION
Assembly Section 3-14 SR20M/SR14M 10/03 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBL Y © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. LEFT WING LIFT CYLINDER RIGHT WING LIFT CYLINDER THREE SPOOL CONTROL VALVE INSTALLATION A Three-Spool Control Valve is available from your dealer for use with tractors having either an open orclosed center Hydraulic S...
Page 87 - Operation Section 4-1
Page 88 - OPERATION; Operation Section 4-2; OPERA; carrier retaining nut on gearbox lower shafts to 400 ft. lbs..; RHINO SR14/SR20 ROTARY MOWER
OPERATION Operation Section 4-2 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 IMPORTANT: To avoid mower damage, retorque all bolts after the first 10 hours of operation. Retighten blade carrier retaining nut on gearbox lower shafts to 400 ft. lbs.. Rhino SR14/SR20 rotary mowers are manufactured...
Page 89 - Operation Section 4-3
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-3 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY SECTION OF THISMANUAL AND THE TRACTOR MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THE TRACTOR AND MOWER. If you do not understand any of the instructions, contact y...
Page 90 - Standard Equipment and Specifications
OPERATION Operation Section 4-4 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 Horsepower Required (Min.)....... 75 HP 75 HP Cutting Capacity (Diameter)........2” 2” Cutting Height............................2”-13” 2”-13” Safety Deflectors*.......................Standard Standard Cutting Width.....
Page 91 - OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-5 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 1. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS Safe operation of the rotary mower is the responsibility of a qualified operator. A qualified operator has read andunderstands both the mower and tractor Operator Manuals and is experienced in...
Page 92 - Operation Section 4-6; TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS; Tractor Requirements and Capabilities; PTO master shield; Tractor Safety Devices
OPERATION Operation Section 4-6 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 2. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power capacity to lift, pull, and operate the Power Take Off(PTO) at the mower’s rated speed while traveling at a ground speed between 2 and ...
Page 93 - Operation Section 4-7; Tractor Horsepower; Tractor Drawbar Length; Tractor Hydraulics; Pintle Hook Hitch-Optional Equipment
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-7 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 2.4 Drawbar The tractor drawbar must be positioned at a certainlength based on the operating speed of the mower forproper driveline operation. If the mower is a 540 RPMunit, position the drawbar length from shaft end ...
Page 94 - Operation Section 4-8; Front End Weight
OPERATION Operation Section 4-8 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 Never operate the Tractor and Mower if the Mower main driveline is directly connected tothe Tractor transmission. Tractor braking distances can be substantially increased by themomentum of the rotating Mower blades dr...
Page 95 - Operation Section 4-9; GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR; Boarding the Tractor
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-9 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 3. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR Before getting onto the tractor, the operator must read and completely understand the mower and tractor operatormanuals. If any part of either manual is not completely understood, con...
Page 96 - STARTING THE TRACTOR
OPERATION Operation Section 4-10 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 4. STARTING THE TRACTOR Before starting the tractor ensure the following: ¾ Conduct all pre-start operation inspection and service according to the tractor operator’s manual. ¾ Make sure all guards, shields, and othe...
Page 97 - Operation Section 4-11; Connecting the Mower Tongue to the Tractor; Tongue; Safety Tow Chain; CONNECTING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-11 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 1. Ensure the tractor is equipped with the correct PTOshaft and the drawbar is set at the correct length. 2. Using the parking jack, position the tongue clevisto the height of the tractor drawbar. Adjust themower ton...
Page 98 - Operation Section 4-12; Operating Mower Hydraulics with Two Tractor Hydraulic Ports; Connecting Mower Hydraulic Lines to the Tractor; Operating Mower Hydraulics with Three Tractor Hydraulic Ports; -Spool Control Valve
OPERATION Operation Section 4-12 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 Operating Mower Hydraulics with Two Tractor Hydraulic Ports The lines that operate the wings must be plumbed together and will be controlled using one hydraulic control valveand the center section with the remaining ...
Page 99 - Operation Section 4-13; LEVELING DECK CENTER SECTION; SETTING DECK HEIGHT; SETTING THE MOWER; Leveling Rod Adjustments
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-13 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 LEVELING DECK CENTER SECTION 1. Place the tractor and mower on a level surface andlower both wings. 2. Using the center section hydraulic cylinder, positionthe mower so the skid shoes are 1” less off theground than t...
Page 100 - Operation Section 4-14; Setting Deck Pitch; LEVELING WING SECTIONS WITH CENTER
OPERATION Operation Section 4-14 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 6.2 Setting Deck Pitch To facilitate safe and efficient operation, the mowershould be operated with the deck approximately 3/4”LOWER IN THE FRONT THAN THE REAR. Operating the mower at this pitch will allow the mowert...
Page 101 - Operation Section 4-15; Driveline Length Check; DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-15 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 When fitting the mower to the tractor, the telescoping driveline must be inspected to ensure that at its mostcompressed position, the profiles do not “bottom out”, and when at its farthest extended position, there is...
Page 102 - Bottoming Out” Check Procedure; PTO NOT TURNING; Driveline in maximum compressed position.
OPERATION Operation Section 4-16 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 “ Bottoming Out” Check Procedure 1. Disconnect driveline from the tractor and slide theprofiles together until fully compressed. 2. Place a mark on the inner shield 1/8” from theend of the outer shield and reattach t...
Page 103 - Operation Section 4-17; CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT-MAXIMUM ANGLE CHECK; CV Driveline Maximum Angle Check Procedure; With the; mower attached; to the tractor and the; driveline disconnected; from the tractor PTO stub make a
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-17 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 10 DEG. 80 DEG. 80 DEG. CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT-MAXIMUM ANGLE CHECK 7.2 Constant Velocity (CV) Driveline DANGER! Do not turn so sharp or lift mower so high to produce a severe "knocking" of the Drivelinewhich...
Page 104 - Operation Section 4-18; Never
OPERATION Operation Section 4-18 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 8. PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND SERVICE Before each use, a pre-operation inspection and service of the mower and tractor must be performed. Thisincludes routine maintenance and scheduled lubrication, inspecting that ...
Page 106 - Operation Section 4-20; Ensure the divider drivelines are secure at both ends
OPERATION Operation Section 4-20 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 ¾ Ensure the tractor PTO master shield is in place,lowered and in good condition. ¾ Ensure each mower slip clutch shield is securedin place and in good condition. ¾ Ensure the driveline slip clutches are properlyadju...
Page 107 - Operation Section 4-21; IMPORTANT; : DO NOT use your hands to check
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-21 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 ¾ Ensure each hydraulic cylinder is installed andretained correctly. Ensure the proper size pinsare used to retain the cylinders in place and aresecured with pins. ¾ Check for hydraulic oil leaks on the cylinders, al...
Page 108 - Operation Section 4-22; DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND MOWER; Only transport the Tractor and Mower at the speeds that you have
OPERATION Operation Section 4-22 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND MOWER Safe tractor transport requires the operator possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated andprecautions to take while driving with an attached implement. Ensure the tract...
Page 109 - Operation Section 4-23; Starting the Tractor
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-23 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 9.1 Starting the Tractor The procedure to start the tractor is model specific.Refer to the tractor operator’s manual for startingprocedures for your particular tractor. Consult anauthorized dealer if the starting pro...
Page 110 - Operation Section 4-24; Transport Lock Braces; Operating the Mower Wings; Operating Position
OPERATION Operation Section 4-24 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 Transport Lock Braces 9.3 Operating the Mower Wings Wings are positioned with hydraulic cylinders. It is recommended that the tractor be equipped with three hydraulicports or a 3-spool control valve be used so that e...
Page 111 - Operation Section 4-25; Driving the Tractor and Mower
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-25 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the tractorand mower. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steerin...
Page 112 - Operation Section 4-26; Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines
OPERATION Operation Section 4-26 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 9.5 Crossing Ditches and Steep Inclines When crossing ditches with steep banks or going upsharp inclines, it is possible that the main driveline innerprofile will penetrate into the outer housing to itsmaximum depth ...
Page 113 - Operation Section 4-27; OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND MOWER; The operator must read and understand the Safety; Foreign Debris Hazards
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-27 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 10. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND MOWER THE OPERATOR MUST COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND HOW TO OPERATE THE TRACTOR AND MOWERAND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO MOW. The operator must read and understand the Safety and Operatio...
Page 114 - Operation Section 4-28; debris has been removed.
OPERATION Operation Section 4-28 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 10.2 Bystander/Passersby Precautions If a bystander comes within 100 yards of the tractor while the mower is being operated, stop the tractor at once,idle the engine and disengage the PTO. Do not engage the PTO again...
Page 115 - Operation Section 4-29; PTO RPM and Ground Speed
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-29 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 WARNING! Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the Tractor and Mower. Safemowing speed depends on terrain condition and grass type, density, and height of cut.Normal ground speed range is from 2 to...
Page 116 - Operation Section 4-30; Operating the Mower
OPERATION Operation Section 4-30 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 10.5 Operating the Mower Mow only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with adequate artificiallighting. Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions where you cannot clearly see at least100 yard...
Page 117 - Operation Section 4-31
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-31 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 Stay alert and watch for trees, low hanging limbs, powerlines, and other overhead obstacles and solid groundobjects while you are operating. Use care to avoidhitting these items . If the mower is operated in conditio...
Page 118 - Operation Section 4-32; Correct Mower Deck Positioning
OPERATION Operation Section 4-32 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 When mowing across uneven areas such as road shoulders, ditch edges, and other uneven terrain, positionmower so that one support wheel is near the highest point to prevent blades from cutting into gravel or dirtwhich...
Page 119 - Operation Section 4-33; Shutting Down the Mower
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-33 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 10.6 Shutting Down the Mower To shut down the mower, first bring the tractor to acomplete stop. Then slow down the mower by reducingthe engine speed before disengaging the PTO. Waitfor all rotating motion to stop bef...
Page 120 - Operation Section 4-34; DISCONNECTING THE MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR; Driveline Storage Bracket
OPERATION Operation Section 4-34 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 After disconnecting the mower hitch, remove themower driveline from the tractor PTO shaft. Placethe driveline in its storage bracket to prevent it fromcontacting mud or dirt which can contaminate theuniversal joint b...
Page 121 - Operation Section 4-35
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-35 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 12. MOWER STORAGE Properly preparing and storing the mower at the end of the season is critical to maintaining its appearanceand to help ensure years of dependable service. The following are suggested storage procedu...
Page 122 - Operation Section 4-36; TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND MOWER
OPERATION Operation Section 4-36 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 13. TRANSPORTING THE TRACTOR AND MOWER Before transporting the tractor and mower, idle thetractor engine, disengage the PTO and wait for allmower moving parts to come to a complete stop. Raisethe mower wings and secu...
Page 123 - Operation Section 4-37; Tires and Wheels; Laminated Sectional Tires; frequently transported between locations.; Pneumatic Tires
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-37 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 Before transporting the tractor on a public roadway orboarding a trailer for transport, the tractor brake pedalsshould be locked together. Locking the pedals ensuresthat both wheels brake simultaneously while stoppin...
Page 124 - Operation Section 4-38; Transporting on Public Roadways
OPERATION Operation Section 4-38 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 13.1 Transporting on Public Roadways Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and mower on public roadways. The tractor mustbe equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV em...
Page 125 - Operation Section 4-39
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-39 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 Make sure that all tractor flashing warning lights,headlights, and brake/taillights are functioning properlybefore proceeding onto public roads. While newermodel tractors have plenty of lighting to provide warningsig...
Page 126 - Operation Section 4-40; Hauling the Tractor and Mower
OPERATION Operation Section 4-40 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 13.2 Hauling the Tractor and Mower Before transporting a loaded tractor and mower,measure the height and width dimensions and grossweight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that theload will be in compliance with th...
Page 127 - Operation Section 4-41; TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE; TROUBLE
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-41 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 14. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Gear Box Overheating TROUBLE Excessive Vibrations POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Check gear box bolts. 2. Check for loose nuts onbladeholder and blades. 3. Check for bent output shaft.If shaft is bent, ...
Page 128 - Operation Section 4-42
OPERATION Operation Section 4-42 OPERA TION © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 TROUBLE Gear Box Noisy Clutch Slips Excessively Gear Box Leaking POSSIBLE CAUSE 1. Rough gears. 2. Worn bearing. 1. Damaged oil seal. 2. Bent shaft. 3. Shaft rough in oil seal area. 4. Oil seal installed wrong. 5. Oi...
Page 129 - Operation Section 4-43
OPERATION OPERA TION Operation Section 4-43 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SR14/SR20 10/03 TROUBLE Oil Squirting from Breather VentHole POSSIBLE REMEDY Do not carry cutter on cylinder.(Use stroke collars) Replace piston "O" ring. Replace cylinder. Use correct piston rings. Sharpen or replace blades...
Page 131 - Maintenance Section 5-1; MAINTENANCE
Page 132 - SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-2
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-2 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. Before operating your Rotary Cutter, make sure it is properly lubricated and thoroughly inspected. Only aminimum of time and effort is required to regularly lubricate and maintain this machine to provide long l...
Page 133 - SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-3; FIGURE 3; TONGUE HITCH PINS; CENTER & WING GEARBOXES
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-3 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. TONGUE (FIGURE 2) The Tongue Hitch Pins attach the Tongue to the Center Section and should be checked for signs of wearor cracking. Replace as needed. The Drawbar 1" Bolt fastens the cutter to the tractor D...
Page 134 - SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-4
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. FIGURE 5 FIGURE 6 GREASE EVERY8 HOURS DIVIDER GEARBOX The Test Plug for the Divider Gearbox is located on the right side of the input shaft. The filler pressure reliefPlug is on top of the Gearbox. FIGURE 4. CA...
Page 135 - SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-5; MAIN CV DRIVELINE SAFETY SHIELD; Turn inner cone to; FIGURE 7; Tighten locking screws. Grease bearing groove in double yoke.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. MAIN CV DRIVELINE SAFETY SHIELD 1. To remove the outer CV cone, remove the locking screws from shield cone. Remove cone over yoke. FIGURE 7. Remove bearing ring and remove the locking screws from inner shield c...
Page 136 - Maintenance Section 5-6
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-6 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. Figure 15) Remove the two shield bearings per half shaft by prying the head of the bearings upwith a screwdriver, and pulling them out with pliers. Figure 16) Grasp the Yoke and shield tube and pull shaft from ...
Page 137 - SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-7
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-7 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. Figure 17) Grease the shield bearing grooves on the yokes and the inner telescoping memberbefore assembly. Figure 18) Grease and install the sleeve baring in groove at the end of the sleeve (only on onehalf sha...
Page 138 - Maintenance Section 5-8; Figure 21) Attach safety decal as needed.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-8 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. Figure 19) Slide the shield tube assembly over the shaft, so that the bearing hles in the shieldalign with the shield bearing groove on the yoke. Figure 20) Install two shield bearings per half shaft by pushing...
Page 139 - SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-9; BLADE SERVICING; . Failure to replace such
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-9 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. BLADE SERVICING Inspect blades before each use to determine that they are properly installed and in good condition. Replace anyblade that is bent, excessively nicked, worn, or has any other damage. Small nicks ...
Page 140 - Maintenance Section 5-10; BLADE SHARPENING; MAINTAIN CORNER; BLADE REMOVAL; Inspect lock nut after; WARNING
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. BLADE SHARPENING Always sharpen both blades at same time to maintain balance. Follow original sharpening pattern as shown in FIGURE 22 . Always sharpen blades by grinding. DO NOT heat and pound out edge. Do no...
Page 141 - SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-11; BLADE CARRIER REMOVAL; NOTE; load, and protect the drivelines of the mower.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-11 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. BLADE CARRIER REMOVAL Remove cotter pin and loosen slotted nut on gear box shaft. Loosen but do not remove the nut until the blade carrieris loosened. Use a suitable two-jaw gear puller to pull carrier off tap...
Page 142 - Maintenance Section 5-12; SKID SHOES; failure on the mower. Replace worn Skid Shoes as required.; SLIP CLUTCH; Friction Lining Plate; HYDRAULIC HOSES; Top of Washer
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-12 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. SKID SHOES Skid shoes are made of carbon steel to reduce wear and increase service life. Premature wear can be caused by the mower Center or Wing sections being set too low which allows the Wing Skid Shoes to ...
Page 143 - SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-13; STORAGE; Lubricate the cutter as covered in Maintenance Section.; PROPER TORQUE FOR FASTENERS
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 11/01 Maintenance Section 5-13 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. STORAGE Your rotary cutter represents an investment from which you should get the greatest possible benefit. Therefore, when the season is over, the cutter should be thoroughly checked and prepared for storage...
Page 144 - SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-14; TOOLS NEEDED FOR DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF DIVIDER GEARBOX.; Caulking Gun w/Silicon
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-14 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. WARNING BE CERTAIN TO CLAMP OR SECURELY SUPPORT THE GEARBOX AND SUB-A S S E M B L I E S T O P R E V E N T I N J U R I E S T O H A N D S A N D F E E T D U E T OINADVERTENT DROPPING OR FALLING OVER. WARNING ALWA...
Page 145 - SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-15
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-15 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. DISASSEMBLY OF DIVIDER GEARBOX (Trained dealer personnel only) STEP 1 Place the Divider Gearbox on a flat surface. Drive a sharp object through the Seal and force it out of the Hub Cap. FIGURE 25. STEP 2 Remov...
Page 146 - SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-16
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-16 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. STEP 3 Remove the Hub Assembly from the vise and place it on a solid surface with the Gear in an upright position. Usinga Hammer, tap this Gear downward until the Adjusting Nuts fully exposed. Remove the Cotte...
Page 147 - SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-17
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-17 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. STEP 5 Remove all eight Bolts from Input Cap using a 14mm Socket. Then using a Hammer, tap the Output end of theInput Shaft. This will loosen the input Cap and allow the removal of the complete Input Shaft Ass...
Page 148 - SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-18
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-18 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. Assembly of WW75-340 STEP 1 Install the Bearing Race into the Hub cap. STEP 2 Install the Bearing on the Output Shaft. FIGURE 33. Place the Shaft into the Hub Cap. FIGURE 34. Place the Bearing FIGURE 35 on the...
Page 149 - SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-19
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-19 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. FIGURE 40 FIGURE 41 STEP 3 Apply some Locktite on the Adjusting Nut FIGURE 38 . Install the Adjusting Nut onto the Shaft FIGURE 39 . Tighten the Nut until it is difficult to turn the Shaft FIGURE 40 . While ho...
Page 150 - SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-20
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-20 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. STEP 4 Apply a small amount of Silicon sealer to the bore of the Hub Cap and to the outside diameter of the Seal . FIGURE 42. Drive the Seal into the base of the Hub Cap. FIGURE 43-46. Care should be taken to ...
Page 151 - SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-21
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-21 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. STEP 5 Install the Bearing Race into the Main Gear Box Housing. STEP 6 Install Bearing on the Shaft. On the opposite end of the Shaft, install one .012" and one .020" Gear AdjustingShims. Install the G...
Page 152 - SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-22
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 04/94 Maintenance Section 5-22 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. STEP 8 Install a total thickness of .020" of Shims onto Hub Cap. Mount the Hub Caps on the Housing and install fourBolts, placing them in every other bolt hole, and tighten. Check the rotation of the Gear ...
Page 153 - SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-23
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 06/98 Maintenance Section 5-23 © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. STEP 11 Install the second Spindle Hub assembly on the Main Housing. Check the amount of backlash present betweenits Gear and the Gear on the Input Shaft. The amount of backlash between these two Gears needs t...
Page 155 - RIGHT ANGLE GEARBOX (OUTBOARD) ASSEMBLY & DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES; Place Gearbox on appropriate work surface.; OUTPUT SHAFT REMOVAL
MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 12/96 Maintenance Section 5-25 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. RIGHT ANGLE GEARBOX (OUTBOARD) ASSEMBLY & DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES INPUT SHAFT REMOVAL Step 1. Place Gearbox on appropriate work surface. Step 2. Remove Vent Plug (item #16) or Complete Top Cover (item #18) ...
Page 156 - INPUT SHAFT REMOVAL
MAINTENANCE SR20M/SR14M 12/96 Maintenance Section 5-26 MAINTENANCE © 2004 Alamo Group Inc. Step 6. Using Soft Metal (Brass or Aluminum) Pin Strike both ends of Shaft with a hammer and recheck theBearing Pre-Load, This is to ensure Bearings and components are centered and seated. If BearingPre-Load i...
Page 157 - RHINO
LIMITED WARRANTY 1. LIMITED WARRANTIES 1.01. Servis-Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial purchaser (“Purchaser”)that the goods purchas...
Page 159 - DRIVELINE components; provided they have been properly maintained; GEARBOX components; provided they have
In addition to the standard Limited Warranty shown on the facing page, Servis-Rhino also provides: 1.) ONE-YEAR (12 months) {or 6 month for Commercial/Industrial Users} LIMITED WARRANTY on the DRIVELINE components provided they have been properly maintained † and have not been subjected to abuse or ...
Page 162 - WARRANTY REGISTRATION INFORMATION; CHECK AND ADJUST OR LUBRICATE AS REQUIRED
• I have informed the Purchaser of this product of Warranty terms, provisions, and procedures that are applicable, reviewed the contents of the Operator ’s Manual including safety equipment, safe operation, and maintenance, reviewed the Safety Signs on implement (and tractor if possible), shown the ...
